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MSU Baseball Hero Josh West Dies at 47
20 Sep
Summary
- Josh West, a former Mississippi State baseball player, has died at 47.
- He was instrumental in the 2001 SEC Tournament championship win.
- West was also part of the 1998 College World Series team.
Former Mississippi State baseball player Josh West died on September 10th at the age of 47. A cause of death was not immediately provided. West was a celebrated figure in Bulldogs athletics, known for his pivotal role in securing the 2001 SEC Tournament championship.
His collegiate career at Mississippi State was marked by significant achievements. West was a key outfielder and was part of the team that reached the College World Series in 1998. In his senior season of 2001, he led the team with 49 RBIs and was selected for the All-SEC Tournament Team.
West's contributions extended beyond statistics. His championship-winning catch against rival LSU in the 2001 SEC Tournament became an iconic moment in Mississippi State sports history. He also made an immediate impact upon arrival, hitting a home run in his very first college at-bat.
Prior to his college career, West excelled at Hamilton High School, leading them to a state championship in 1997. He earned a degree in kinesiology from Mississippi State and will be remembered for his love of fishing, woodworking, and music. A memorial baseball scholarship is being established in his name.
